Unplugged holidays tipped to increase
James Cook University researchers in Australia say the phenomenon of the 'digital-detox' is on the rise and could be an important part of the tourism industry in the future.
James Cook University researchers in Australia say the phenomenon of the 'digital-detox' is on the rise and could be an important part of the tourism industry in the future.
Economics & Business
Jul 11, 2018
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The French government is preparing a plan to deal with a new invasion of stinky seaweed that is covering the beaches of some its islands in the Caribbean, causing health problems for residents and threatening key fishing ...
Environment
May 24, 2018
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The Philippines' tourism industry scrambled Friday to manage the fallout from the temporary shutdown of its world-famous Boracay island, which threw into chaos trips planned by hundreds of thousands of tourists.
Environment
Apr 6, 2018
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Australia's multi-billion dollar tourism industry is under increasing threat from climate change with some of the nation's top natural wonders in the firing line as temperatures and sea levels rise, a study warned Thursday.
Environment
Feb 8, 2018
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Australia's Federal and State governments are failing to produce effective long-term tourism policy to address climate change, according to the findings of new QUT-led research.
Environment
Nov 2, 2017
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New Zealand is one of 36 global hotspots for biodiversity. Its unique wildlife is a major draw card for tourists.
Ecology
Oct 24, 2017
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Authorities say passengers at airports around the world have suffered some delays because of a problem with check-in systems.
Software
Sep 28, 2017
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University of Surrey research into innovative entrepreneurs starting to work in tourism has found, in some of the first analysis undertaken, how they have to use initiative and hard work - and often work for nothing - to ...
Economics & Business
Jun 29, 2017
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On a highway in Banff National Park in western Canada, tourists hastily park their cars to catch a glimpse of a bear at the edge of the forest.
Ecology
May 28, 2017
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Computer-led analysis of tourist snaps has estimated that coral reefs contribute $36 billion per year to the global tourist economy.
Environment
May 23, 2017
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